Summary

MSNBCā€™s Lawrence Oā€™Donnell criticized Donald Trumpā€™s Oval Office press conference with Elon Musk, calling it ā€œthe most powerless image of a presidentā€ ever.

Musk dominated the eventā€”standing over Trump, speaking more words, and violating White House norms with his casual attire and childā€™s presence.

Oā€™Donnell contrasted Muskā€™s influence with Trumpā€™s past and present vice presidents, arguing that neither Mike Pence nor JD Vance would challenge Trumpā€™s authority in such a manner.